Question

Choose the correct meaning of the given phrase.

"To set the Thames on fire"

• A. To set fire to
• B. To resist
• C. To determine
• D. To provoke
• E. To do something brilliant

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

To do something brilliant

Option E is the correct answer because 'to set the Thames on fire' means to do wonderful or exciting things; to cause a great or remarkable sensation in the world.

Options A, B, C and D are incorrect because these are not the correct meanings of the given phrase.